By bringing Smith's series to Canada for an exclusive run, Bell Media is also continuing its long association with the American filmmaker.

"I’ve always dreamed of having Canadian parents, and now I kinda do!" Smith said.

His fascination with Canada dates back to growing up in New Jersey and watching the long-running Canadian teen drama Degrassi on his local PBS channel.

In 2005, the Clerks and Chasing Amy director starred as a fictionalized version of himself in a three-episode arc on Degrassi: The Next Generation, which was shot in Toronto by Epitome Pictures, and aired on Bell Media's CTV network and Noggin in the U.S.

"For many years, Canadians have had a special connection with Kevin Smith, as has Bell Media,” said Catherine MacLeod, senior vp specialty channels at Bell Media.

"We’re thrilled to work with Kevin to bring the second season of the hilariously smart Spoilers to Canadians," she added in her own statement.